tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753909730807887696.post1501965927668737626..comments2023-05-07T02:55:10.360-07:00Comments on Vanessa's Blog and other random stuff: El LagartoVanessa Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05748039350187481251noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753909730807887696.post-45343908080829180872013-06-13T03:58:39.490-07:002013-06-13T03:58:39.490-07:00Oh, so excited for you guys! It really is an amaz...Oh, so excited for you guys! It really is an amazing country! We've never been up to the north part of the country, but I will be curious to hear what you think. We just love the Manuel Antonio area though. It has been our experience that most places take US cash. I would probably get some currency in colones (the conversion rate is roughly 500 colones=$1.00 US). We did not rent a car, but we were familiar with the area we were going. If you haven't been to the region, you might need one--depending where you are staying. Some places are pretty remote and not close to public transportation. They do have a really impressive public trans system, though. We were able to ride back and forth from our house to wherever we needed (in about a 10 mile radius) for about 60 cents each (280 colones). <br />I would definitely recommend the beaches. Also, all the national parks are amazing (I will be posting pics from our National Park tour in a few days). Of course, zip lining in Costa Rica is just one of those mandatory things you have to do. <br />Make sure you have Trip Advisor on your phone. We were able to get tons of info on local businesses/attractions from that site. It's a pretty big deal there too. All of the businesses actually ask customers to review them on the site!<br />Hope you guys have an amazing time! Can't wait to hear about all of your adventures!Vanessa Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05748039350187481251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753909730807887696.post-75935029182659266562013-06-12T16:22:46.838-07:002013-06-12T16:22:46.838-07:00Great pics, Vanessa! Maryann and I are going to C...Great pics, Vanessa! Maryann and I are going to Costa Rica in 9 days. We are flying into Liberia (the other airport I think) and will be staying on the Pacific Ocean side of Costa Rica. Any tips? Rent a car or not? US Dollars or not? Etc. VP McGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16264577611440460697noreply@blogger.com